Mansfield Museum Summer Exhibition

Our Local Larder: Mansfield Food Past & Present,

By Pauline Marples

This years [2011] summer exhibition which runs until Saturday 26 November 2011 is already attracting many visitors of all ages.

The displays look at the history of British food and the influence of foreign cuisine on our diet, with plenty of space given to such local specialities as the Gooseberry Pork Pie. It is a really exciting exhibition, there is so much to see and read, with something to interest everyone - take a look at the pictures below, then visit the museum.

Additionally there are lots of activities on offer throughout the summer including making and decorating your own chef’s hat, food tasting and a full-blown Food Fair.

Shopping bag, what every housewife needs.

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Kitchen display and showcases

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The pantry shelves.

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'Mod Cons' of the good old days.

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A handy rack.

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Items to set you thinking.

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Scale, pans, a whisk and what else?

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A kitchen for children to explore.

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Learn about food by doing jigsaws.

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Sugary verses Non Sugary Drinks

Read and learn fascinating facts.

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Cookery books.

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Do you remember the Be-Ro book?

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Books full of mouth watering recipes.

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Landers Bakers - can you smell the bread?

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Mansfield Drinks Industry

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Brewery Photos

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Roll out the barrel, Mansfield Brewery.

Mansfield Brewery

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Mansfield Brewery artifacts.

Food tasting session on 31st August.

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Thank You List

Sandra Alvey Get Active CO-ordinator / Nutrition Officer for Mansfield District Council

Barbara Philips Get Active Nutrition Assistant for Mansfield District Council